Former Justice Minister Iván Lima Summoned as Witness in Bolivia's Consorcio Case

La Paz, Bolivia – Former Minister of Justice, Iván Lima, has been summoned to appear before the Prosecutor's Office to provide a witness statement in connection with the high-profile "Consorcio case." The summons requires Mr. Lima to appear on Friday, June 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM, at the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office.The "Consorcio case" is an ongoing investigation into alleged influence peddling and conspiracy involving several former judicial authorities and ex-Minister César Siles. Investigators are probing the involvement of lawyers, judges, and other judicial officials suspected of attempting to replace Magistrate Fanny Quaquira.According to reports, some individuals implicated in the case have already been placed under preventive detention or house arrest. The Prosecutor's Office expects Mr. Lima's testimony to help clarify various aspects of the complex situation. The case continues to unfold as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the alleged corruption within the judicial system.